What is the marker requirement for loads extending past the rear of a vehicle?

For loads that extend past the rear of a vehicle, displaying a red flag is required when the load extends 4 feet or more from the rear. This regulation is in place to ensure the safety of all road users. A red flag is highly visible and helps to alert other drivers about the potential hazard posed by the extended load, reducing the likelihood of accidents. Proper marking is crucial for signaling to other vehicles the dimensions of the load, especially in situations where visibility might be reduced, such as at night or in poor weather conditions.

In this context, other options do not align with the legal requirements. A yellow flag is not mandated at a 2-foot extension, and the orange light requirement for loads exceeding 5 feet does not apply, as the focus is specifically on using a red flag for the 4-foot threshold. Lastly, stating that no marker is needed regardless of load length could pose significant risks on the road by failing to notify other drivers about the presence of oversized loads.